We are a forgetful people in a land of distractions. Our minds are easily captivated by trivial and temporary inducements. New things quickly become old. In our mind’s eye even glory tends to fade and warnings tend to wane. It is no wonder that we who are invisibly united to Christ and visibly in and not of this world live in constant need of renewal. And what is true for the Christian is true for the church. This is a series that seeks to renew the mind of the church. Not so much by reviewing what she is called to do as much as what she is called. As with the Christian so with church, her God-given identity defines her. We who are the church are a people for God and none other.
Before we return to the book of Romans, we will be looking at the what scripture says about the Church, in its nature, how she expresses herself in song, and how the church cares and equips for its members.
The messages from this series can be found here:
Manny Pereira - November 7, 2021
Directing the Dark for Light
In striking contrast to something beautiful we see betrayal. Immediately following a showcase of devotion we are met with deception. Here, the worth of Jesus is set in sharp contrast to the wickedness of Judas. Never has betrayal been so dark or cut so deep. Never has the character and contrast of God and man shown more brilliantly than in the darkness of these unfolding events. But even here, the sovereign Christ is directing the dark for light.
Scripture References: Matthew 26:14-25
